It’s remarkable how you can grow up on what is, in the grand scheme of things, a pretty small island and yet reach the age of 40 having seen so little of it. In Ireland, we tend to stick to the coastline. That’s where you’ll find all the big cities – Dublin, Cork,…
CLICK FOR MOREThere is no doubt that Scotland is golf’s holy land; the birthplace of the game itself as well as some of its greatest players. But for centuries, since golf began here some 400-odd years ago, there has been a question over where in Scotland offers the greatest golf experience. There’s East Lothian, with…
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Alwoodley Golf Club is a place where loyalty is par for the course. Ever since the great Dr Alister MacKenzie…
Ballybunion Golf Club, perched on Ireland’s Way Atlantic Way, is a place of legend—and rightly so. The Wandering Golfers journeyed…
During its celebrated history, Moortown Golf Club has grown accustomed to hosting the greats of the game and providing the…
Pennsylvania, with its diverse landscapes and picturesque scenery, boasts some of America’s finest courses. The Keystone State has a storied golfing history, with a lineage of legendary players, prestigious tournaments, and iconic courses. Some of golf’s greatest players have emerged from Pennsylvania, including Arnold Palmer, one of the sport’s most influential figures. Palmer’s…
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There are no ocean views, towering dunes, sheer cliffs or plunging valleys and yet, Pine Valley Golf Club in the…
Nebraska may not traditionally have been the first place which came to mind when thinking about the world’s great golf…
With the North Course at Te Arai Links joining the stupendous South and the stunning Tara Iti, this once deserted…
Costa Navarino stretches out along the breathtaking Peloponnese peninsula, once the playground of Greek Gods and heroes. Myths and legends brought to life by some of Europe’s earliest communities in these parts have enthralled and inspired mere mortals for centuries. The ancient Palace of Nestor, nestled in the hills overlooking the idyllic Ionian…
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As a golfing destination, Costa Navarino has it all: attractive accommodation, striking scenery, fabulous food and, as I’ve written elsewhere,…
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Camiral Golf, near Barcelona, will host the 2031 Ryder Cup on a first-of-its-kind composite course drawn from its Stadium and…
The boom in demand for couples’ golf trips shows no signs of abating, with the sector having grown exponentially over the past three years. These trips can be a brilliant way for couples to spend time together, whether they share a love for golf or not and Hilton Head, one of America’s great…
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The highly-anticipated Tom Doak design, will be the first original golf course at Pinehurst Resort for nearly 30 years. Its…
Water, railroad ties, a bunker sunk twenty feet below the green and an island called Alcatraz. Pete Dye was asked…
We have put together our list of Pinehurst golf courses ranked from 1 to 10 and we’ll keep updating it…
Love at first sight is a fickle concept in golf, but Barnbougle Dunes had me at ‘good morning.’ I had arrived at this fabled golfing destination in the dead of night. Through the darkness I found my way to my bed and fell asleep dreaming of what lay in wait. I was awake…
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My first year of High School was an absolute blur, I barely remember a thing. However, looking back there is…
For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti,…
As you walk off the last green of what is, to some, the oldest golf course in the world, it’s…
Eden Roc Cap Cana, one of the Caribbean’s most luxurious resorts, is introducing golf butlers to help guests with their every golfing need. Situated in the Dominican Republic, Cap Cana has long been considered one of the Caribbean’s most exciting golf destinations, but now it is taking things to the next level. With…
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Plans: everyone I speak to at Aroeira Golf has a plan. Plans to tinker with the two tree-lined 18 hole…
Nothing can prepare you for the glorious sense of isolation and escape that envelops you at Silvies Valley Ranch. We…
The UK and Ireland may be home to some of the world’s most historic and revered golf courses but continental…
New Zealand is in the midst of a golf boom: new courses are being built, existing courses restored and airport carousels are abuzz with one golf bag after another – but breathtaking Kauri Cliffs Golf Course was here well before the masses. With the likes of Tara Iti and Tea Arai Links driving…
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Jamie Weir explores two unforgettable golfing destinations in Portugal: the pine-framed fairways of Aroeira near the capital Lisbon and the…
Pennsylvania, with its diverse landscapes and picturesque scenery, boasts some of America’s finest courses. The Keystone State has a storied…
Eden Roc Cap Cana, one of the Caribbean’s most luxurious resorts, is introducing golf butlers to help guests with their…
No committees, no captains and a casual approach to clothing – welcome to Centurion Golf Club: where the normal rules do not apply. The Hertfordshire course, situated 25 miles north of London, celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2023 and has been creating headlines right through its first decade. From hosting the inaugural GolfSixes…
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We played the Stadium Course at PGA WEST one morning and the Mountain Course the next. It is the best…
When my wife told me this year’s family holiday was to a golf resort in Spain, I couldn’t have been…
Just 30 minutes outside Dublin lie three of Ireland’s premier inland golf experiences: Carton House, The K Club, and Killeen…
Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an old friend to me; floating in and out of my life, squeezing in time together when we can and picking up where we left off after long periods of separation. It’s constantly in…
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For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti,…
Pinehurst Golf Course is actually more much than one course. This resort is the legendary Cradle of American Golf in…
The first snow of winter may be gathering at home in the Peak District, but I am up early and…
For a for few years, Te Arai Links felt like a myth. Its ultra-exclusive and highly-acclaimed sister property, Tara Iti, had captured the imagination of the golfing world with its beauty, tranquillity and its natural wonder. This extraordinary stretch of coastline on New Zealand’s north island was no longer a secret among golfers…
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A large mural of Irish golfer Shane Lowry near the entrance to Royal Portrush golf club awaits the world ahead…
Durness Golf Club is one of Scotland's most remote and unforgettable golf experiences. Set above Balnakeil Bay on the NC500,…
Here’s an admission to kick off with: I’ve never been on a golf trip before. Golf has been like an…
My P.E. teacher used to call it the shrivel effect and as I prepared to play St Andrews Old Course for the first time, I finally knew what he meant. You know the feeling, it’s the one where every fibre in your body tightens, a pit forms in your stomach and, in my…
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Sunningdale Old Course is a timeless masterpiece, often hailed as the finest inland course in England. Laid out in 1901…
Western Gailes Golf Club may once have been a hidden gem on Scotland’s Ayrshire coast, but these days is better…
I’m standing on the 1st tee at one of Scotland’s great courses and for the first time in my life…
Golf trips are sacred: they’re opportunities to experience new destinations, create lifelong memories and to spend time with your people. The likes of Pinehurst, Bandon and the great links courses of Scotland and Ireland might immediately spring to mind when you’re going through your bucket list but sometimes straying off the beaten track…
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It was the music, that damn music that saunters into the living room each April, coercing me into four days…
Plans: everyone I speak to at Aroeira Golf has a plan. Plans to tinker with the two tree-lined 18 hole…
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This is a stretch of coastline so rich in golf heritage, so blessed with world-class links, it has come to be known simply as Scotland’s Golf Coast – in short, East Lothian golf courses are the envy of the world. Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, this compact region is home to some of…
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In another life, Zach Gould would be a household name on the PGA Tour. As a precocious teenager, the Welshman…
There’s a rare sense of stillness and tranquillity as you walk Woodhall Spa’s iconic Hotchkin Course. This secluded, unassuming corner…
Alwoodley Golf Club is where Dr Alister MacKenzie’s journey as a golf course architect began. Returning to his first design,…
Gone are the days when people travel to Belfast to see a city emerging from a turbulent past. Impressions of once-abandoned industrial sites have long since been replaced by this vibrant, pulsating, modern metropolis which is clearly packed with visitors from every corner of the world as we walk the streets here. Belfast…
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You might think the sight of a deer scampering down the 5th fairway at Manchester Golf Club would be a…
The Grove Resort in Watford is a luxury hotel and spa set within 300 acres of stunning countryside, offering a…
St Enodoc Golf Club, perched above the stunning Camel Estuary in Cornwall, is ranked among the world's top 50 links…
Embark on a journey along Northern Ireland’s breathtaking Causeway Coastal Route, where rugged cliffs, golden beaches, and world-class golf courses meet ancient legends and historic landmarks. From the iconic Giant’s Causeway to Royal Portrush Golf Club, every twist of the road reveals another unforgettable view, promising adventure, culture, and pure magic.…
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I fell in love with Royal Liverpool Golf Club the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once. I…
The beauty of Dumbarnie Links speaks for itself on a morning like this. There’s barely a breath of wind as…
Like Rome, Sheffield is built on seven hills. High on one of them, on the cusp of the Peak District…
It’s an hour before sunset at The Cliff Hotel, Cardigan and we’re watching a pod of dolphins play in the water below us. This stunning corner of Wales has unquestionably taken a piece of all our hearts during our time here – our two-year-old will spend the much of the journey home screaming…
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In another life, Zach Gould would be a household name on the PGA Tour. As a precocious teenager, the Welshman…
Tradition and romance are synonymous with Prestwick. This is, after all, the birthplace of The Open Championship itself. It may…
Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coastal Route is a dream for golfers, showcasing world-class links like Royal Portrush, Portstewart, and Castlerock. Framed by rugged cliffs and sweeping beaches, these courses deliver breathtaking views and unforgettable challenges. Combine dramatic landscapes, rich history, and exceptional golf for an adventure every passionate golfer should experience.…
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Sunningdale Old Course is a timeless masterpiece, often hailed as the finest inland course in England. Laid out in 1901…
Nestled in a quiet enclave along one of Ireland’s most stunning stretches of uninterrupted coastline, this renamed and remodelled links…
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From the moment you enter The Lodge at Prince’s Golf Club it’s clear you’re following in the footsteps of champions. A photograph hangs in the reception area showing Colin Morikawa drinking from the Claret Jug in joyous celebration. It was taken in the bar here on the night he won The Open next…
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The relaunch of Jameson Golf Links follows a significant and ambitious renovation of Bernhard Langer’s original 1995 design and is…
The light is fading over Broadwater Lake; the only sounds are the rustle of weeping willows, the flap of a…
Lindrick Golf Club saved the Ryder Cup. By the time 1957 came around, the event was on its knees. The US…
There is no shortage of life to live on any trip to the entertainment capital of the world but what about those Las Vegas golf courses? Where do you begin? Many people travel to Vegas for the casinos and the restaurants, some come for the shows and the concerts, while others are here…
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It was an iconic image which travelled around the world: Bernhard Langer, with a shock of blonde hair, at Fulford…
St. George in Utah is one of the most densely populated golf destinations in the entire United States. It boasts…
The voice on the other end of the line went quiet while I took it all in – “we want…